Kolbecast

Kolbe Academy
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The official podcast of Kolbe Academy with lively discussions on home & distance education, Kolbe Academy, and our Catholic community.

  1. 6D AGO

    309 Keeper of the King with Emily Stimpson Chapman

    AMDG. Today we welcome author, speaker and podcaster, Emily Stimpson Chapman back to the Kolbecast!  It seems that Emily is becoming a regular on the podcast, and with good reason. She’s been busy with even more new books and joins us to discuss them and to share her wisdom.   Her new book is Joseph, Keeper of the King, a children’s book about St. Joseph and his role as the father of our Lord.   This is part of a collection of books that she’s worked on with Scott Hahn and illustrator Tricia Dugat through Emmaus Road Publishing.   Links mentioned and relevant:  St. Joseph, Keeper of the King  The entire ‘God’s Word for God’s Children’ set by Emily Chapman and Dr. Scott Hahn will be available at 20% off from April 7–30, 2026.  Journey through Scripture series  The Story of All Stories  The Visitation Sessions podcast  Study with Emily Stimpson Chapman in Austria May 2026   St. Paul Center  Emily’s website  Emily’s Substack Through a Glass Darkly  Related Kolbecast episodes:  130 The Gifts We Have, Emily’s Kolbecast debut, and 287 Emily Stimpson Chapman Sees the World with Catholic Eyes  291 Good St. Joseph, Keeper of the Mystery with Fr. Serafino Lanzetta  Poetry  168 The Adventure of a Lifetime featuring Melissa Dee of the Saints Alive podcast  150 A Family Apostolate: Liturgical Living with Kendra Tierney  Have questions or suggestions for future episodes or a story of your own experience that you’d like to share? We'd love to hear from you! Send your thoughts to podcast@kolbe.org and be a part of the Kolbecast odyssey.   We’d be grateful for your feedback! Please share your thoughts with us via this Kolbecast survey!  The Kolbecast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most podcast apps. By leaving a rating and review in your podcast app of choice, you can help the Kolbecast reach more listeners. The Kolbecast is also on Kolbe's YouTube channel (audio only with subtitles).  Using the filters on our website, you can sort through the episodes to find just what you're looking for. However you listen, spread the word about the Kolbecast!

    43 min

  2. APR 22

    308 Understand, Live, and Share the Faith with the Augustine Institute

    AMDG. Today, Steven and Bonnie are joined by Erik Hesla, director of curriculum at the Augustine Institute.   In addition to sharing a bit about the history of the Augustine Institute, Erik tells us a bit about all of the great things that are happening over there!  Whether it is their graduate program, their books and formation materials, the Formed platform, or the Amen app, it’s wonderful to hear about all of the amazing things that are happening in the educational apostolate of the Augustine Institute!  Links mentioned & relevant:  The Augustine Institute  Formed.org  Amen app  Handing Down the Faith by Amy Adamczyk and Christian Smith  Word of Life series  The Homer Encyclopedia   Related Kolbecast episodes:  144 The Word Made Known with Mark Brumley of Ignatius Press  150 A Family Apostolate: Liturgical Living with Kendra Tierney   Have questions or suggestions for future episodes or a story of your own experience that you’d like to share? We'd love to hear from you! Send your thoughts to podcast@kolbe.org and be a part of the Kolbecast odyssey.   We’d be grateful for your feedback! Please share your thoughts with us via this Kolbecast survey!  The Kolbecast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most podcast apps. By leaving a rating and review in your podcast app of choice, you can help the Kolbecast reach more listeners. The Kolbecast is also on Kolbe's YouTube channel (audio only with subtitles).  Using the filters on our website, you can sort through the episodes to find just what you're looking for. However you listen, spread the word about the Kolbecast!

    53 min

  3. APR 15

    307 In Tune with Capital B Beauty

    AMDG. Today, Bonnie and Steven are joined by Kolbe teachers Olivia Knuffke and Carl Hasler to discuss music and music theory. They begin with a discussion of the importance of music and its place in a classical education and follow with an account of music from the perspective of Plato. We also discuss the role of the Church in understanding music and the role of music in the life of a Christian.   We discuss how the understanding of music theory helps to open our minds to the beauty that we hear in music, and the classes and resources that Kolbe offers to help students come to this understanding.   Be prepared for a litany of musical puns as you join us in this conversation.  Links mentioned & relevant:  Kolbe Academy course catalog for more information about the Music Theory course   Pope St. John Paul II’s Letter to Artists  Related Kolbecast episodes  186 Full Circle of Fifths and 201 The Soundtrack of Life, the first two conversations in this musical series  242 Finish line in Sight with (among others) Ignatius, student co-founder of Kolbe’s St. Cecilia music club  263 Exploring God’s Cosmos: Astronomy for Everyday People  34 A Beauty-Linked Life with Professor Carol Reynolds  Have questions or suggestions for future episodes or a story of your own experience that you’d like to share? We'd love to hear from you! Send your thoughts to podcast@kolbe.org and be a part of the Kolbecast odyssey.   We’d be grateful for your feedback! Please share your thoughts with us via this Kolbecast survey!  The Kolbecast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most podcast apps. By leaving a rating and review in your podcast app of choice, you can help the Kolbecast reach more listeners. The Kolbecast is also on Kolbe's YouTube channel (audio only with subtitles).  Using the filters on our website, you can sort through the episodes to find just what you're looking for. However you listen, spread the word about the Kolbecast!

    58 min

  4. APR 8

    306 Offering Redemptive Suffering with Megan Hjelmstad

    AMDG. As someone who deals with chronic pain, author, speaker, mentor, and proud hockey mom Megan Hjelmstad shares her insights on redemptive suffering and talks about her book Offer It Up: Discovering the Power and Purpose of Redemptive Suffering. Whether it’s dealing with a cold, a broken water heater, or chronic pain, we can all be reminded of the benefits of joining our suffering to Our Lord’s and offering it up.   Links mentioned & relevant:  Megan’s book Offer It Up: Discovering the Power and Purpose of Redemptive Suffering and accompanying study guide  Megan’s website  Have questions or suggestions for future episodes or a story of your own experience that you’d like to share? We'd love to hear from you! Send your thoughts to podcast@kolbe.org and be a part of the Kolbecast odyssey.   We’d be grateful for your feedback! Please share your thoughts with us via this Kolbecast survey!  The Kolbecast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most podcast apps. By leaving a rating and review in your podcast app of choice, you can help the Kolbecast reach more listeners. The Kolbecast is also on Kolbe's YouTube channel (audio only with subtitles).  Using the filters on our website, you can sort through the episodes to find just what you're looking for. However you listen, spread the word about the Kolbecast!

    59 min

  5. APR 1

    305 Laura Kelly Fanucci - Living Easter and Singing Praise Every Day

    AMDG. Steven and Bonnie are joined by Laura Kelly Fanucci. They discuss her new book Living Easter: 50 Days to Practice Resurrection and how we can live out the joy of Easter in our lives and homes. They don’t limit themselves to Easter but talk about how we can live each season of the Church in a way that fully allows us to enter the season rather than creating just another checkbox for us to complete.   Links mentioned & relevant:  Living Easter by Laura Kelly Fanucci  Laura’s website · Substack ·  Instagram    Laura on the Votive Podcast discussing Advent   The Tale of the Three Trees by Angela Elwell Hunt  The Road to Easter Day by Jan Godfrey  Tomie de Paola’s Let the Whole Earth Sing Praise  Have questions or suggestions for future episodes or a story of your own experience that you’d like to share? We'd love to hear from you! Send your thoughts to podcast@kolbe.org and be a part of the Kolbecast odyssey.   We’d be grateful for your feedback! Please share your thoughts with us via this Kolbecast survey!  The Kolbecast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most podcast apps. By leaving a rating and review in your podcast app of choice, you can help the Kolbecast reach more listeners. The Kolbecast is also on Kolbe's YouTube channel (audio only with subtitles).  Using the filters on our website, you can sort through the episodes to find just what you're looking for. However you listen, spread the word about the Kolbecast!

    50 min

  6. MAR 25

    304 Rooted in Words

    AMDG. Kolbe Academy’s Maggie Hayden and Jordan and Mara Matteoli join the Kolbecast for a conversation about classical languages. They discuss the benefits of studying classical languages, especially Latin, and how we can begin with learning the roots at a young age. We learn some helpful teaching tips and find out about new Kolbe books and courses to help students along their way.   Relevant links & Kolbecast episodes  Ways to earn college credit via Kolbe Academy  271 Building a Literary Foundation featuring Mara Matteoli  162 Let Latin Conquer You with Maggie Hayden  161 Fostering a Linguistic Consciousness  Have questions or suggestions for future episodes or a story of your own experience that you’d like to share? We'd love to hear from you! Send your thoughts to podcast@kolbe.org and be a part of the Kolbecast odyssey.   We’d be grateful for your feedback! Please share your thoughts with us via this Kolbecast survey!  The Kolbecast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most podcast apps. By leaving a rating and review in your podcast app of choice, you can help the Kolbecast reach more listeners. The Kolbecast is also on Kolbe's YouTube channel (audio only with subtitles).  Using the filters on our website, you can sort through the episodes to find just what you're looking for. However you listen, spread the word about the Kolbecast!

    52 min

  7. MAR 18

    303 Hallow and the Road Home

    AMDG. “The desire to help the world pray is at the heart of what we do.”   Hallow’s Director of Children’s Content Ashley Lenz joins the Kolbecast to share the behind the scenes of the world’s most popular prayer app, the inspiration behind the Pray40 Lenten Challenge, and her guidance on where to start as a new member.     Links mentioned and relevant:  Hallow prayer app  Related Kolbecast episodes:  168 The Adventure of a Lifetime with Melissa Dee of the Saints Alive podcast  301 Dr. John Bergsma Brings the Catholic Faith Alive  Have questions or suggestions for future episodes or a story of your own experience that you’d like to share? We'd love to hear from you! Send your thoughts to podcast@kolbe.org and be a part of the Kolbecast odyssey.   We’d be grateful for your feedback! Please share your thoughts with us via this Kolbecast survey!  The Kolbecast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most podcast apps. By leaving a rating and review in your podcast app of choice, you can help the Kolbecast reach more listeners. The Kolbecast is also on Kolbe's YouTube channel (audio only with subtitles).  Using the filters on our website, you can sort through the episodes to find just what you're looking for. However you listen, spread the word about the Kolbecast!

    43 min

  8. MAR 11

    302 Standardized Tests as Snapshots

    AMDG. Standardized testing is often a miserable experience, but it doesn't have to be. Student Services Director Karen Allgood and Lower Elementary Department Chair Christina Davin reveal the testing opportunities for lower grade levels and discuss the powerful benefits of testing early and often. In addition, the duo shares practical advice about how to talk to your child in a way that builds confidence rather than anxiety. With Karen and Christina's advice, choosing the right test for your child is easy.  Links mentioned & relevant:  Kolbe Academy testing services  Standardized testing article in Kolbe’s Help Center  Homeschool Legal Defense Association (HSLDA) with information about testing requirements by state  State Educational Funding information from Kolbe Academy website  Getting started at Kolbe Academy  Related Kolbecast episodes:  197 Tools in a Toolbox and 269 Resources and Road Maps with Karen Allgood about Kolbe Academy’s student support services  182 Festive Holidays Ahead and 189 Fit Mind, Fit Body with Christina Davin  296 Tips for Testing Success   83 This Is Only a Test  38 Substance Matters with Jeremy Tate, founder of the Classic Learning Test (CLT)  143 Partners in a Liberal Arts Renewal with CLT’s Soren Schwab  127 Forging a Path with CLT’s Kimberly Farley (now VP of Operations)  Have questions or suggestions for future episodes or a story of your own experience that you’d like to share? We'd love to hear from you! Send your thoughts to podcast@kolbe.org and be a part of the Kolbecast odyssey.   We’d be grateful for your feedback! Please share your thoughts with us via this Kolbecast survey!  The Kolbecast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most podcast apps. By leaving a rating and review in your podcast app of choice, you can help the Kolbecast reach more listeners. The Kolbecast is also on Kolbe's YouTube channel (audio only with subtitles).  Using the filters on our website, you can sort through the episodes to find just what you're looking for. However you listen, spread the word about the Kolbecast!

    49 min
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The official podcast of Kolbe Academy with lively discussions on home & distance education, Kolbe Academy, and our Catholic community.

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  • Creator
    Kolbe Academy
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    309
  • Rating
    Clean
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